How To Fix 3G062 - Name range definition must be more precise

3G062 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3G - Payroll: International

• Message number: 062

• Message text: Name range definition must be more precise

What causes this issue?

You have tried to specify a completely generic value as the customer
name range.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

The name range specification for an evaluation or processing class must
start with a number and can only contain a generic value as the second
character. For example, '0*' is a permitted entry.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3G062 - Name range definition must be more precise ?

  The SAP error message 3G062 ("Name range definition must be more precise") typically occurs in the context of SAP's data management or reporting tools, particularly when dealing with ranges or selections in queries or reports. This error indicates that the definition of a name range is ambiguous or not specific enough for the system to process it correctly.
  
  Cause:
  
  Ambiguous Range Definition: The range defined for a selection criterion is too broad or not clearly defined, leading to confusion in how the system should interpret it.
  Overlapping Ranges: If there are multiple ranges that overlap or conflict with each other, the system may not be able to determine which range to apply.
  Incorrect Syntax: The syntax used to define the range may be incorrect or not conforming to the expected format.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Refine the Range Definition: Ensure that the range you are defining is specific and unambiguous. For example, if you are defining a range for